By Chris Flook—
MUNCIE, IN—The Delaware County Historical Society will hold its 2024 annual meeting at Cornerstone Center for the Arts on Thursday, October 24, at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $40, available through October 17 online here or by calling us at 765.233.6057.
This year’s speaker is renowned Hoosier historian, Ron Newlin, author of Legacy and Legend: The History and Mythology of Basketball in Indiana. Alongside his writing, Newlin was also the first executive director of the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, serving from 1987 to 1995. Newlin spent his career as a museum professional and nonprofit management consultant in Indiana, working for the Indiana State Museum and the ISM Foundation, as well as for the Indiana State Library and Indiana Historical Society.
In addition to Newlin’s presentation, DCHS guests will enjoy good food, fellowship, and a brief business meeting to elect new board members.
The Delaware County Historical Society turns 100 next year. Founded in December of 1925, the society exists to provide research-driven, historically accurate, inclusive, and compelling content about the history of the people, places, and events of Delaware County. This year’s annual meeting offers the DCHS a chance to reflect upon the past century and glimpse excitedly into the near future.
To learn more about the Delaware County Historical Society, visit us at our website and catch updates on Facebook. For more information, email us at: contact@delawarecountyhistory.org.